Month: February 2015

Chocolate chip cookie recipes are a dime a dozen these days, and every home cook or baker has their favorite. So why am I even trying to convince you to try these? BECAUSE THEY ARE THE BEST COOKIE I’VE EVER EATEN. I know, dramatic, but honestly, these are everything I could ever ask for in … More The Chippiest Chocolate Chip Cookies

Quite recently, I discovered sesame oil. I’m not sure what took me so long to finally buy it, but I’m so glad I did. Sesame oil is a dark brown color, and has a very intense and nutty flavor, and you only need a tiny bit to impart a ton of flavor. It works extremely well … More Asian Turkey Meatballs

One of my absolute favorite foods is popcorn. I love that you can eat a lot (compared to something like chips), and there are a ton of different ways to enjoy it. I showed you my Oscar spread last year, and in coming up with an idea for the Oscars this year, my mind instantly … More Popcorn: Three Ways!

It’s almost Oscars time, and I could NOT be more excited! I’ve made an effort over the past few years to really get into the Oscars and see all the movies ahead of time so that when the awards shows arrive, I am prepared. This year I got completely sucked in and saw every nominated … More Easy Chicken Pad Thai

On Monday, I brought you something tart, on Wednesday, something chocolatey, now today, for the third and final Valentines Day inspired sweet, I bring you something that is both tart and chocolatey! Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Spray your donut pan with cooking spray. Mix together all the dry ingredients (first 6 ingredients – including … More Chocolate Donuts with Hot Pink Orange Glaze

On Monday, I brought you a vibrant cranberry-studded bread as the first of three Valentine’s Day inspired treats. Next up, is this irresistible chocolate delight. Every time Andrew and I are out for dinner, and there is a chocolate dessert on the menu, he will order it. He is especially happy if that dessert also includes … More Warm Chocolate Brownie for Two

I’m aiming to bring you 3 delicious sweet treats this week in honor of the sweetest holiday of them all (quickly approaching!). Valentine’s day treats often come in the form of chocolate, as will the other treats I post later this week, but for my first nod to V-Day, I bring you bread. This isn’t … More Brown Butter and Cranberry Studded Bread

Zucchini noodles (or ‘zoodles’) seem to be all the rage, and while I don’t usually get too into food trends, I have been giving these a try and they are so good. Not to mention, necessary, after a week of way too much drinking and not enough exercising! Much like a cauliflower pizza crust or cauliflower … More Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles

For the last 5 days, I have been soaking up the sun on the turquoise beaches of Aruba. It was not only amazing to enjoy 88 degrees and sun every single day, but the food was incredible too. Aruba restaurants focus on entrees that combine super fresh seafood served with vegetables and some sort of … More Honey Ginger Salmon

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about me

I grew up in Rochester, NY and am making Salem, MA my home.
I'm a home cook, yoga novice, and lover of all things dog (especially mine, Baxter). I work as a digital strategy consultant at IBM iX. I'm based out of Cambridge, MA, but travel all over for work. One of the best perks of my jobs is scoping out the food scene in tons of cities around the world!
I think all the best foods have elements of crunch, salt and sweetness, and I always save the best bite for last.